Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price starts at Rs. 13.29 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.21 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Duke, priced at Rs. 14.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the 890 Duke delivers 21.09 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB1000 Hornet SP uses a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm and the 890 Duke a 889cc engine producing 121 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB1000 Hornet SP and 890 Duke, the CB1000 Hornet SP is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 890 Duke stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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CB1000 Hornet SP vs 890 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB1000 Hornet SPKTM 890 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.29 LakhRs. 14.50 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl21.09 kmpl
Engine 1000 cc889 cc
Max power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg171 Kg

CB1000 Hornet SP vs 890 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB1000 Hornet SP STDKTM 890 Duke R
Rating
1 review
5 reviews
Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Max Power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm 121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Colors
KTM 890 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,701 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 37,211 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance Rs. 38,968 890 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
1000 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
99 Nm @ 7750 rpm
Bore
76 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
55.1 mm
68.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Bosch Ems With Rbw
Compression Ratio
11.7:0.2
13.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
17 Kmpl
21.09 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
Wp Apex Ø 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock
Wp Apex Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
38 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-180/55-17
Front :- 120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
166 kg
Seat height
809 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.7 L
3.5 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
184 kg
Length*Width*Height
2140*790*1085 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1455 mm
1482 mm
Length
2140 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
135 mm
206 mm
Height
1085 mm
Not Available
Width
790 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6.3AH
12V / 10AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available

Frame Type
Double Beam
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated (Subframe - Aluminium, powder coated )
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
Super Moto ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminium, tapered
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Which bike is cheaper Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke?
The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is cheaper than KTM 890 Duke by ₹1.21 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke?
For the STD version, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the R version, 889 cc Petrol engine of 890 Duke produces 121 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 99 Nm @ 7750 rpm of torque

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